Education

in committee · United States · House Sep 18, 2025

HR 5458: CCAMPIS Reauthorization Act

Child Care Access Means Parents In Schools Reauthorization Act or the CCAMPIS Reauthorization Act This bill reauthorizes through FY2031 and revises the Child Care Access Means Parents in School Program. The program awards grants to support the participation of eligible low-income parents in postsecondary education through the provision of campus-based child care services. Among other revisions to the program, the bill increases the minimum and maximum grant amounts, allows grant funds to be used for additional purposes (e.g., child care subsidies and support services), and specifies additional grant application requirements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill reauthorizes and increases funding for campus child care grants, enabling low-income parents' access to postsecondary education - directly expanding educational access and supporting higher education participation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 6131: Increasing Access to Mental Health in Schools Act

The Increasing Access to Mental Health in Schools Act creates a federal grant program to increase the number of mental health professionals (counselors, social workers, and psychologists) in low-income public schools. It provides funding for partnerships between schools serving high percentages of low-income students and graduate institutions that train mental health professionals, aiming to reach recommended staff-to-student ratios (such as 1 counselor per 250 students). The bill also establishes a student loan repayment program for mental health professionals working in these schools, offering up to $200,000 in total repayment over five years. This legislation directly affects low-income school districts and mental health professionals working in those schools, with the goal of improving mental health support for students facing challenges like poverty, homelessness, or trauma.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates federal grants to fund mental health professionals in low-income schools, directly increasing educational access and support for students through staffing ratios.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds mental health professionals in schools to improve access, aligning with 'supports mental health services' indicator. Explicitly addresses healthcare topic with clear intent.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Financial Aid Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Jan 5, 2026

HR 6377: This act may be cited as the “Gold Star Siblings Educational Benefits Act

This bill expands educational benefits under three Department of Veterans Affairs programs to include siblings of veterans who died in service or were killed in action. It amends eligibility criteria in the Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program, the Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship, and the Post-9/11 GI Bill to explicitly include "siblings" alongside spouses and children. The bill defines "sibling" broadly to cover blood relatives, adopted siblings, or those in recognized guardianship relationships. It also creates a special provision allowing siblings acting as primary caregivers for injured veterans to pause and resume benefit use, with benefits usable until age 26 or the standard 15-year delimiting date. This change directly affects siblings of fallen service members who previously did not qualify for these educational benefits.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands VA educational benefits to include siblings of deceased veterans, enhancing access to higher education funding for this group.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands VA educational benefits to include siblings of fallen veterans, directly enhancing support for veteran families through three major programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid Military Families Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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in committee · United States · House Nov 7, 2025

HR 5987: Total Force Family Education Act

HR 5987, the Total Force Family Education Act, requires military schools (DODEA) to automatically enroll children of reserve component service members who are on active duty under orders for accompanied permanent station changes. It applies specifically to reserve members performing active service with family relocation orders, directly affecting their families during military relocations. If space is unavailable at the school near the member’s permanent station, children are placed on a waitlist. This policy change modifies access rules to ensure consistent school enrollment for reserve families during duty assignments.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates automatic enrollment for military dependents in DODEA schools, expanding educational access during relocations for service members' families.92% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Nov 4, 2025

HR 5903: PROVE Act

The PROVE Act allows 16-year-olds to pre-register to vote in federal elections, with states required to automatically register them for future elections once they turn 18. It directly affects minors aged 16-17 in all states, enabling them to participate in voting processes before reaching voting age. The bill includes a $25 million grant program to help states implement pre-registration systems and develop school curricula promoting civic engagement for young people. States must submit plans detailing how they will encourage youth involvement in elections and report on their progress within two years. The law amends the National Voter Registration Act and takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $25M for school curricula promoting civic engagement, directly funding educational program development related to curriculum and student participation.95% confidence

Tags Elections

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in committee · United States · House Feb 28, 2025

HR 1383: Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025

HR 1383 extends the Secure Rural Schools program, which provides payments to counties and states with federal land (like national forests) to support local schools and services. It reauthorizes these payments through fiscal year 2026, adding specific rules to ensure counties don’t receive duplicate payments for 2024 and 2025. The bill also extends related authorities for special projects on federal land and county fund expenditures through 2028-2029. This directly affects rural communities adjacent to federal lands that rely on these payments for education and infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends federal payments to counties for school funding, maintaining government spending on essential services without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExtends federal payments to rural counties for school funding, directly supporting K-12 education through reauthorized Secure Rural Schools program.95% confidence

Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · House Nov 25, 2025

HR 6307: Hunger Clearinghouse Enhancement Act of 2025

The Hunger Clearinghouse Enhancement Act of 2025 updates the National School Lunch Program's information clearinghouse to better support communities combating hunger. It requires the clearinghouse to provide new information about volunteer programs and resources for preventing hunger, expanding its existing role in sharing food assistance details. The bill also increases annual funding for the clearinghouse from $250,000 to $750,000 per year for fiscal years 2026 through 2032. These changes directly affect schools, community organizations, and local governments using the clearinghouse to access resources for hunger prevention and food assistance programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases clearinghouse funding from $250k to $750k annually, directly advancing public service fiscal support under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases funding for National School Lunch Program clearinghouse, directly supporting school meal access and student hunger prevention, a core educational access issue.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · United States · House Aug 19, 2025

HR 4999: Fusion Workforce Act

The Fusion Workforce Act (HR 4999) creates dedicated funding streams - $20 million annually for the National Science Foundation and $10 million annually for the Department of Energy - to support workforce development in fusion-related fields. It directly affects institutions of higher education (including community colleges, minority-serving institutions, and Tribal Colleges), National Laboratories, and industry partners by requiring grants for developing fusion-focused curricula, teacher training, hands-on learning experiences, and industry partnerships. Key mechanisms include establishing a national Fusion Education and Workforce Coordination Hub to share resources and address workforce gaps, supporting industry professional instructors in classrooms, and prioritizing outreach to underrepresented groups and rural communities. The bill mandates concrete activities like creating stackable credentials, modernizing lab facilities, and connecting students to internships, all aligned with fusion industry needs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds fusion-focused curricula development and teacher training at higher ed institutions, directly advancing educational programs in STEM workforce development.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill allocates $30M annually for fusion workforce development, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure and workforce training in fusion technology.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds fusion energy workforce development, promoting clean energy technology that reduces emissions and supports environmental protection.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides dedicated funding for fusion workforce development, directly supporting technology advancement in energy sector through education and training programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Teachers

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in committee · United States · House Aug 12, 2025

HR 4949: Apprenticeships for Small Businesses Act of 2025

This bill creates a new tax credit for small businesses to support workforce training. It allows eligible small businesses to claim a credit equal to 50% of qualified wages paid to employees under 21 or enrolled in approved apprenticeships, community college programs, or career training related to the business, plus qualified workmen’s compensation expenses, capped at $10,000 per year. The credit applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025, and is designed to directly benefit small businesses seeking to train young workers through structured educational programs. It does not change existing labor laws but provides a financial incentive to invest in employee development.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit reducing small business tax burden for workforce training, directly providing tax relief under Budget & Taxes policy framework.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates tax credit for businesses supporting apprenticeships and community college programs, directly expanding career training access for youth under 21.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides tax credit for small businesses to fund apprenticeships and workforce training, directly advancing worker skill development and employment opportunities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Career & Technical Education Higher Education Apprenticeships Child Labor Workforce Development Tags Small Business

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in committee · United States · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 808: Fairness for the Trades Act

HR 808, the "Fairness for the Trades Act," would allow individuals using 529 college savings accounts to cover certain trade-related business expenses as qualified higher education costs. Specifically, it expands the definition of "qualified expenses" to include tools and equipment (like hand tools or specialized machinery) used in designated skilled trades, such as construction, plumbing, electrical work, and maintenance, as listed by specific industry codes. This change directly affects people saving for trade careers through 529 plans, enabling them to use account funds for equipment purchases instead of just tuition or books. The bill does not alter tax rates or create new funding but modifies existing 529 account rules to support trade training costs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax-advantaged 529 plan usage for trade tools, providing tax relief for skilled trades workers by broadening qualified expenses.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands 529 plan eligibility to cover trade tools/equipment, increasing access to higher education funding for skilled trades programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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